Do I Need To Change My Roof When Switching To Solar?
And Other Important Questions You Should Be Asking
It is widely known by now that solar panels are a great addition to your property, as well as being helpful to the environment. Installing solar panels on your home can be an exciting process, but there are a few questions we recommend our potential customers to ask the installer to ensure that all points have been covered and explored. So what are these questions? Read more to find out if solar energy is the right choice for you and your home.
Do I Need To Change My Roof When I Switch To Solar?
It is important to install solar panels on a roof that is in good condition, so first things first, we recommend assessing the roof’s condition to ensure that solar panels can be installed. You may need to replace or repair the roof prior to installing solar panels, especially if the roof is quite old. However, don’t panic! Nearly every type of roof, like metal, shingled, asphalt and so on, can accommodate a solar panel system. Make sure you speak to a qualified, reputable solar installer like Terawatt Solar that can assist you throughout the assessment process and along the way.
Will I Need To Rewire My Home?
In most cases, you will not have to do extensive rewiring for solar power but you have to ensure that you have enough space in your electrical service panel to install the solar input. But don’t worry, our experts here at Terawatt Solar can assist you throughout your home visit and installation.
Is My Property Facing The Right Way To Benefit From Solar Energy?
Usually, a south-facing property was considered ideal for solar panels because it can capture as much sunlight as possible. But thankfully, with solar technology advancing every year, improving high-performance solar panel systems being manufactured (like the ones we use here at Terawatt Solar), you can still harness a great amount of clean solar energy even from a roof that isn’t south-facing, and even on cloudier days. And having a western or southwestern-facing roof can actually be beneficial, as utility companies pay more for any solar energy that has been sent back to the grid during peak times such as later in the day, making it much higher in value to the homeowner.
Do I Need To Cut Down Tall Trees To Increase My Solar Energy Production?
It is often recommended to trim trees surrounding your roof to ensure the most amount of sunlight can hit your solar panels, however the advancements made in solar technology means that tree removal is not as crucial as before. Here at Terawatt Solar we offer our customers with great quality solar panels that can capture a great amount of sunlight even in shade-prone areas. Get in touch to find out more!
Will My Home Decrease In Value If I Install Solar Panels?
Actually, no! Several studies have shown that solar panels installed on a property can actually increase its value. It is obviously hard to gauge exactly by how much, as it depends on several factors such as the property’s location, the age of the solar panel system and also solar incentives available in the area. However you can get in touch with one of our solar experts here at Terawatt Solar that will be able to answer your questions.
How Much Will I Save On My Electricity Bill?
This is the question that we are asked the most, and quite rightly so! It really depends on how much space you have available on your roof, how much electricity you need and also the kind of solar panel system you decide to install. Thankfully, the cost of solar panel installation has dramatically dropped in the past decade, making solar energy an excellent investment for your future regardless of your location.
Get in touch with one of our experts here at Terawatt Solar to find out more about solar energy, we are more than happy to answer any questions you may have.
